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Singapore Maritime Week: DNV releases new Recommended Practice for testing WAPS performance

DNV has released a new Recommended Practice (RP) to assess the performance of Wind-Assisted Propulsion Systems (WAPS) for public hearing.

• Maritime

New DNV recommended practice aims to revolutionize digital parts management in the energy sector

DNV has announced a new recommended practice, DNV-RP-B205 Digital inventories and on-demand manufacturing, set to transform parts management in the energy sector. This framework helps the sector assess the maturity of a digital part, from initial design or data capture to qualification and production. The process includes 3D scanning, capturing design data, generating engineering documentation, and preparing order-ready parts through on-demand manufacturing. 

• Energy

Methane slip measurements to reduce reported GHG emissions

Methane slip, as based on standard factors, can account for up to 24% of GHG emissions from an LNG-fuelled vessel. As an alternative to using standard factors for the reporting of CO2 equivalents, direct methane emissions monitoring has the potential to positively impact a ship’s reported carbon footprint.

• Maritime

DNV receives Carbon Neutral Award at the 6th ESG Finance Awards Japan

DNV has been honoured with the Carbon Neutral Award at the 6th ESG Finance Awards Japan, hosted by the Ministry of the Environment, Government of Japan.

• Other sectors

DNV, HD KSOE and HD Hydrogen to collaborate on CO2 capture technology for SOFCs

HD Korea Shipbuilding and Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE), HD Hydrogen, and DNV recently signed a Joint Industry Project (JIP) agreement to develop and validate Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) technology for carbon capture in Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFC).

• Maritime

DNV awards Approval in Principle for LCO2 carrier design developed by Shell and Brevik Engineering

DNV has awarded a detailed Approval in Principle (AiP) to Shell International Trading and Shipping Company Limited and Brevik Engineering for their design of a 74,000 cubic metres (cbm) liquid carbon dioxide (LCO 2 ) carrier.

• Maritime

Emergency escape from machinery spaces category A

DNV has encountered instances where ships have been detained during Port State Control (PSC) inspections due to the arrangement of emergency escape trunks from machinery spaces.

• Maritime

DNV white paper guides shipowners on safe and scalable adoption of ammonia and hydrogen fuels

As the shipping industry continues its transition to carbon-neutral fuels, ammonia and hydrogen are emerging as possible fuel options, however mandatory regulations governing their use are not yet in place.

• Maritime

DNV MEDCERT announces appointment of Dr. Hendrik Schorler as new Managing Director

The appointment comes after the retirement of DNV MEDCERT’s previous Managing Director Klaus-Dieter Ziel. With over 15 years of experience in medtech leadership and certification management positions, Dr. Hendrik Schorler brings a wealth of expertise and strategic vision to the position.

• Healthcare

DNV and EGPC partner to advance HSE, process safety, and sustainability through digital transformation

Digital Solutions at DNV and the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation (EGPC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to develop an Integrated Governance Framework for Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), Process Safety, and Sustainability. This collaboration will leverage DNV’s industry-leading digital solutions, including Synergi Life, to enhance EGPC’s operational safety, compliance, and sustainability efforts.

DNV launches H2MET joint industry project to advance hydrogen flow metrology

DNV has launched the H2MET joint industry project (JIP) to advance metrology for 100% hydrogen flow applications. Building on previous work in renewable gases and CO2, H2MET aims to improve the accuracy and reliability of hydrogen flow measurement, ensuring a trusted foundation for hydrogen trading and supporting the role of hydrogen in a more efficient energy transition. 

• Energy

DNV launches new report to help shipowners select energy-efficiency measures and technologies

With increasing regulatory pressure and rising fuel costs, the shipping industry must accelerate decarbonization while ensuring operational and economic viability.

• Maritime

DNV rules 2025 – Hearing period now open

DNV has submitted its class rules and standards for industry hearing, which are open for comments from 1 March to 12 April. This year, 78 documents are included, with publication planned for 1 July 2025. This news summarizes the main proposals and explains how you can provide feedback to the suggested changes.

• Maritime

IMO Sub-Committee on Ship Systems and Equipment (SSE 11)

The 11th session of the IMO Sub-Committee on Ship Systems and Equipment (SSE 11) took place from 24 to 28 February 2025. SSE 11 agreed on draft amendments to the design and prototype test requirements for the arrangements used in simulated the launching of free-fall lifeboats. Measures for the detection and control of fires in the cargo areas of container ships were progressed, and an action plan for the consideration of fire risks for ships carrying electrical vehicles and other new-energy vehicles were agreed. Ventilation requirements for partially enclosed lifeboats were drafted.

• Maritime

Germany set to secure energy independence, but narrowly miss climate target

For the first time DNV has applied its independent Energy Transition Outlook model - incorporating the latest technology trends and policy developments - to Germany. 

• Energy

DNV issues its first-ever ESG Recognition

Saipem is the first company in the world to receive an ESG Recognition statement from DNV. Read more.

• Other sectors

Energy-efficient lighting can still provide opportunities for energy savings, DNV study finds

DNV recently completed a study, jointly with utilities and program administrators from across the region, that identifies opportunities that could lead to savings of more than 3,700,000 MWh from lighting.

• Energy

DNV provides Second Party Opinion on Sovereign Green Bond Framework for the People's Republic of China

DNV launches joint industry project on ground investigations for offshore wind turbines

DNV is calling for industry partners to collaborate in delivering a recommended practice that provides clear guidance on the expectations for projects adopting a holistic approach to improve ground characterization for offshore wind developments. This initiative will be part of the ambitious joint industry project (JIP) Ground Investigation for Floating Wind (GIFT)

• Energy

DNV’s Windiness Report 2024 for the UK and Ireland is now here

Monitoring and recording wind speed trends can provide valuable insights for assessing project performance. But interpreting, understanding, and acting on those trends is where companies are unlocking significant value. So, what do the 2024 UK and Ireland wind results mean for you?